How Air Pollution Affects Our Health
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12 March 2024
Air pollution poses severe health risks to the global population, causing diseases such as stroke and cancer
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WHO links air pollution to diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer's, and dementia, exacerbating existing health conditions
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The International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies PM2.5 as a leading cause of cancer
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Children are vulnerable to air pollution, with chronic exposure affecting organ development and increasing disease risks
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In 2021, 97% of urban populations exceeded WHO guidelines for fine particulate matter (PM2.5)
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In the EU, around 238,000 premature deaths in 2020 were attributed to PM2.5 exposure
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Emissions of PM10 and PM2.5 decreased by 30% and 32%, respectively, from 2005 to 2020
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Residential and industrial energy consumption, manufacturing, and agriculture contribute to particulate matter pollution
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New WHO guidelines and EU standards aim to align air quality regulations, reducing health impacts
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The zero pollution action plan targets a 55% reduction in premature deaths and biodiversity threats by 2030
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